DIY Bug Repellent
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This summer's hot weather is a haven for bugs, but there's a homemade bug repellent that's easy to make and adds to the ambiance of a backyard party or family cookout.
You may already have most of the ingredients for this DIY Bug Repellent. The lemon eucalyptus essential oil, which is a key ingredient, is easy to find at aromatherapy stores, some drug stores or online.
Along with the lemon eucalyptus oil, other essential oils like cedarwood and lavender are known to be good at repelling bugs.
Tip: Before placing the floating tea candle into the jar, trim the candle wick with Super Shears (kitchen shears) to 1/8 inch for the ideal flame.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- 1 lime
- Fresh sprigs of rosemary
- Water
- 7 to 10 drops of lemon eucalyptus oil
- Floating tea candles
Directions
- Using a Petite Santoku slice 1 to 2 slices of lemon and 1 to 2 slices of lime.
- Place lemon and lime slices in wide mouthed Mason jar or similar jar.
- Add a sprig or two of fresh rosemary.
- Add drops of lemon eucalyptus oil.
- Fill jar with water and float a tea light on top.
